A one-day workshop on the prospects, challenges and solutions of organic production in Bihar was held on May 4, 2026.
By A Correspondent
Patna: A one-day workshop on the prospects, challenges and solutions of organic production in Bihar was held on Monday at the auditorium of Krishi Bhavan, Patna, under the chairmanship of Principal Secretary, Agriculture Department, Narmdeshwar Lal.
Addressing the gathering, Shri Lal warned that chemically grown grains, fruits and vegetables are effectively exposing people to toxins, contributing to serious illnesses such as cancer. He said the government is committed to encouraging farmers to adopt natural farming methods to ensure the availability of pure and safe produce. “We must recognise that organic products are essential for a healthier life,” he noted.
The Principal Secretary pointed out that certified organic products are either scarce in the market or difficult to trust. In view of this, the workshop was organised to address these concerns. He emphasised that despite being costlier, organic produce is beneficial for health, and efforts will be intensified to boost production and ensure the availability of properly certified organic goods.
A large number of representatives from Farmer Producer Organisations (FPOs) and organic farmers participated in the workshop, sharing their achievements and suggestions. Senior officials, including Special Secretary Dr Birendra Prasad Yadav, Agriculture Director Saurabh Suman Yadav, and Additional Secretary Kalpana Kumari, were present.
Farmers from various parts of the state also voiced their experiences. Kameshwar Singh Kushwaha from Vaishali said that while yields in organic farming are initially lower, they improve significantly within two to three years, and the produce fetches higher prices. He added that he is earning profits by selling his products across 11 states.
Narmdeshwar Giri from Saran highlighted that he practises multi-crop organic farming, where crops do not compete with each other and result in higher overall productivity.
Navin Kumar Singh from Vaishali called for greater promotion of organic farming through social media and enhanced government support. Farmers including Ankit Kumar from Siwan and Ranjit Kumar Singh from Saran also shared their views during the workshop.
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